Obituary for OLIVER DEVONNE JOHNSON
Oliver Johnson passed away on Dec. 24, 2020 at the age of 76. Preceded in death by his mother, Cora Mae Stephney; father George Johnson; brothers James Johnson and Floyd Johnson; sisters Marguerite Harshaw, Jenny Davis, Delores Turner, and Shirley Street.
Oliver (OJ) is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Delois Johnson; children Deirdre Anderson (Karl), Deonne Johnson, Taniya Johnson, and Tamara Johnson; grandchildren Alexis Johnson-Gresham, Brooklyn Lower (James), Jeremiah Johnson, Shaniya Johnson-Knox, Malcolm Clark, Quincy Anderson; great grandson Cayden Lower; brothers Jay Johnson (Joyce), Tommy Johnson; sisters Gwen Rowe, Rosey Posey, Ann Carter (Glen), Jacqueline Johnson; and many nieces and nephews.
He moved to Columbus, Ohio from Bluefield, WV. He met his lovely wife through connections between the two families. This union lasted 54 1/2 years. He brought the West Virginia twang, which never left when he spoke. He worked at Western Electric/Lucent/AT&T for over 30 years. He was a minister of the word for over 20 years. He loved playing basketball, baseball, playing pool and golf. He was a great friend and conversationalist. He loved watching sports. Additionally, spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren gave him tremendous joy and happiness. “Paw Paw” as called by the grands had a special connection of protection and getting away with a lot. He spent time talking with the Lord and listening to his favorite gospel, R&B, and Jazz music. He served and honored his country, serving in the U.S. Army and fighting in the Vietnam War. He assisted and helped those who were down on their luck, continuously giving and helping throughout his life.
Oliver (OJ) is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Delois Johnson; children Deirdre Anderson (Karl), Deonne Johnson, Taniya Johnson, and Tamara Johnson; grandchildren Alexis Johnson-Gresham, Brooklyn Lower (James), Jeremiah Johnson, Shaniya Johnson-Knox, Malcolm Clark, Quincy Anderson; great grandson Cayden Lower; brothers Jay Johnson (Joyce), Tommy Johnson; sisters Gwen Rowe, Rosey Posey, Ann Carter (Glen), Jacqueline Johnson; and many nieces and nephews.
He moved to Columbus, Ohio from Bluefield, WV. He met his lovely wife through connections between the two families. This union lasted 54 1/2 years. He brought the West Virginia twang, which never left when he spoke. He worked at Western Electric/Lucent/AT&T for over 30 years. He was a minister of the word for over 20 years. He loved playing basketball, baseball, playing pool and golf. He was a great friend and conversationalist. He loved watching sports. Additionally, spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren gave him tremendous joy and happiness. “Paw Paw” as called by the grands had a special connection of protection and getting away with a lot. He spent time talking with the Lord and listening to his favorite gospel, R&B, and Jazz music. He served and honored his country, serving in the U.S. Army and fighting in the Vietnam War. He assisted and helped those who were down on their luck, continuously giving and helping throughout his life.